Overall, the host was responsive before we arrived. Upon arrival, we found numerous signs in the building lobby and elevators that state that short term guests under one month are not allowed and should report to the local government office. And that other residents in the building should report short term guests to the authorities. We found this quite unsettling and other guests whom we met also mentioned their unease with all the signs and knowledge that our stay contravened several laws.
I spoke with the host’s sister and she did not seem concerned. She told me that renting to short term guests is up to the owner of an apartment - they have approximately 20 units in this building - but the signs in the building clearly state this was unlawful.
The unit we stayed in had some damage in it and is not as pristine as shown in the pictures.